SEC Reporting Manager (Virtual)

Lee Enterprises is seeking an experienced SEC Reporting Manager to oversee compliance and SEC reporting. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring accurate financial reporting and maintaining regulatory compliance. This role will report to the VP Finance - Corporate Controller.

Job Description

The SEC Reporting Manager will be responsible for managing the company's SEC reporting process, overseeing internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR), and serving as a key liaison with external auditors. This position requires a detail-oriented professional with strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC regulations.

In addition to core SEC reporting duties, this role will involve oversight of specialized accounting areas, including pension accounting and stock-based compensation. The manager will work closely with various departments to ensure accurate and timely reporting of these complex financial areas.

Key Responsibilities

1. Draft and file all required SEC reports, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, and proxy statements
2. Coordinate the review of SEC filings with external auditors, legal counsel, accounting staff, and executive management
3. Monitor and ensure compliance with internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR) in accordance with SOX requirements
4. Manage the preparation and maintenance of supporting documentation for all areas of the external reporting process
5. Oversight of pension accounting and administration
6. Oversight of accounting and software administration of stock-based compensation
7. Lead the implementation of new accounting pronouncements and maintain relevant accounting policies
8. Assist in technical accounting research and documentation of complex accounting issues
9. Oversee the XBRL tagging process for all SEC filings
10. Review earnings releases, earnings scripts, and investor presentations
11. Serve as primary point of contact for external auditors during financial statement audits and quarterly reviews

Qualifications

1. Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA certification preferred
2. Minimum of 5 years of financial reporting experience in a publicly traded company
3. Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting requirements, and SOX compliance
4. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
5. Superior written and verbal communication abilities
6. Proficiency in financial reporting software and Microsoft Office Suite

Skills and Attributes

1. Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
2. Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
3. Excellent interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with internal and external stakeholders
4. Proactive approach to identifying and resolving potential reporting issues

The SEC Reporting Manager will play a vital role in maintaining the company's financial integrity and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic media environment while contributing to the company's financial reporting excellence.

Pay: $125,000 - $140,000 with bonus opportunity

Why Join Us?

Lee Enterprises offers competitive wages in a dynamic, interesting work environment with career growth opportunities. We offer an extensive benefit program that can be personalized to your needs. Our benefit program includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, company provided life insurance and supplemental life insurance. Options also include health savings accounts, flexible spending accounts, and transit/parking accounts. In addition, we offer a 401K retirement plan with company match. Employees are eligible for 7 recognized company paid holidays each year. We also offer a generous flexible time off policy to allow employee to balance personal life and work. This includes paid parental leave for new parents.

Lee Enterprises is a major subscription and advertising platform and a leading provider of local news and information, with daily newspapers, rapidly growing digital products and nearly 350 weekly and specialty publications serving 72 markets in 25 states. Our core commitment is to provide valuable, intensely local news and information to the communities we serve.

Lee Enterprises is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We respect and celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. For more information about Lee, check us out at www.lee.net.

We are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you are excited about this role but do not meet 100% of the qualifications above, we encourage you to apply.

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